Apply for a Premises Licence (Gambling Act 2005)

A Premises Licence, issued under the Gambling Act 2005, is required for any premises where it is intended to provide gambling facilities.

Premises Licences can be issued for the following types of premises:

Casino

Bingo

Adult Gaming Centre - AGCs are able to offer up to four category B3 gaming machines, in addition to an unlimited number of category C and category D gaming machines. They are be strictly for over 18s only, and children are not allowed in any part of the premises.

Family Entertainment Centre - FECs - are able to offer an unlimited number of category C and category D gaming machines. Children are allowed to enter Licensed FECs and to gamble on category D machines. Any category C machines must be located only in over 18 areas.

Betting (Track)

Betting (Other) Including Betting Shops

Gambling Premises holding a Premises Licence will also require Operating and Personal Licences that are issued by the Gambling Commission.

Apply for a Premises Licence

Before completing the application forms you may wish to read through our Guidance Notes.